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City of Bainbridge Island Considering Banning use of Gas-Powered Outdoor Tools; Part of Meeting City’s Emissions Goals

City of Bainbridge Island Considering Banning use of Gas-Powered Outdoor Tools; Part of Meeting City’s Emissions Goals

By Molly Hetherwick of the Bainbridge Island Review 

Bainbridge Island leaders may soon prohibit the use of gas-powered outdoor tools, following the city’s own transition to electric tools over the last several years.

If the City Council approves the ordinance, …

Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra’s “Notes of Spring” Concert This Weekend; Island Theatre’s ‘Half Life of Marie Curie’ Coming Up; Earth Month Activities Ongoing

Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra’s “Notes of Spring” Concert This Weekend; Island Theatre’s ‘Half Life of Marie Curie’ Coming Up; Earth Month Activities Ongoing

Join the Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra this weekend for a special “Family & Community Concert” showcasing the world premiere of Jessi Harvey’s new work, a concerto featuring the winner of the 2024 Young Artists Competition, and Poulenc’s delightful L’histoire de Babar,

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Hundreds, if not thousands, Protested on the Streets of Bainbridge Island this Past Weekend Over Trump and Musk Policies

Hundreds, if not thousands, Protested on the Streets of Bainbridge Island this Past Weekend Over Trump and Musk Policies

Hundreds, if not a few thousand, Bainbridge Islanders took to the streets this past Saturday April 5 as part of a nationwide protest against the policies of President Donald Trump and his government efficiency adviser Elon Musk.

Participants gathered …

Cultural Corner: First Friday Art Walk Tonight in Downtown Winslow; New April Artist Debuts at the Bainbridge Library

Cultural Corner: First Friday Art Walk Tonight in Downtown Winslow; New April Artist Debuts at the Bainbridge Library

It’s that time of the month to discover the vibrant heart of creativity at the First Friday Art Walk tonight – April 4th – in beautiful Downtown Winslow.  Immerse yourself in a captivating blend of art, food, and drinks as

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Bainbridge Islanders Organizing to Protest Against the Policies of President Trump and Elon Musk on Saturday April 5 in Downtown Winslow

Bainbridge Islanders Organizing to Protest Against the Policies of President Trump and Elon Musk on Saturday April 5 in Downtown Winslow

Local organizers are rallying Bainbridge Island residents to take to the streets as part of a nationwide protest on April 5 in the largest single day of action since President Donald Trump was sworn in for a second term on …

‘Let it Not Happen Again.’ Join the Island’s Japanese American Community in Commemoration of the 83rd Day of Remembrance Sunday March 30th

‘Let it Not Happen Again.’ Join the Island’s Japanese American Community in Commemoration of the 83rd Day of Remembrance Sunday March 30th

The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Community Home – BIJAC invites the public to join them on Sunday, March 30, to commemorate the 83rd anniversary of the forced removal of Japanese American friends and neighbors from Bainbridge Island.

The commemoration …

St. Patrick’s Day is Today. While Not so Big Around Here, it’s Celebrated With Gusto Elsewhere, including My Hometown of Syracuse, N.Y.

St. Patrick’s Day is Today. While Not so Big Around Here, it’s Celebrated With Gusto Elsewhere, including My Hometown of Syracuse, N.Y.

Today is St. Patrick’s Day, celebrating, as it were, the wearin’ of the green. If you grew up in an Irish cultural setting like myself, you wear something green on this day, or be subjected to being pinched by your …

Could Our Area See a Revival of the Mosquito Fleet on the Waters of Puget Sound; Legislation Would Allow More Counties to Launch Ferries

Could Our Area See a Revival of the Mosquito Fleet on the Waters of Puget Sound; Legislation Would Allow More Counties to Launch Ferries

Kitsap Transit’s passenger-only ferries could have more company on Washington waters if the Legislature finds extra money in a tight budget year. (Photo by Tom Banse of the Washington State Standard)

By Kai Uyehara Of The Kitsap Sun

There are

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It’s That Time of Year Again to Kickoff the 2025 Biking Year With the 53rd Annual Chilly Hilly on Sunday February 23

It’s That Time of Year Again to Kickoff the 2025 Biking Year With the 53rd Annual Chilly Hilly on Sunday February 23

 

By Margaret Millmore 

For many Bainbridge Islanders and Pacific Northwesterners, cycling isn’t just a wonderful way to exercise and enjoy our beautiful PNW scenery, it’s a way of life and an environmentally friendly source of transportation—regardless of the weather …

Local Romance Authors Present Exclusive Valentine’s Season Literary Event This Coming Saturday, Plus Other Valentine’s Events

Local Romance Authors Present Exclusive Valentine’s Season Literary Event This Coming Saturday, Plus Other Valentine’s Events

By Jennifer Hemmingsen

This Valentine’s Day and beyond, celebrate the art of romance with live readings from the region’s most successful romance authors. “Happily Ever After: A Celebration of Romance Writing” brings together published authors for an elegant 21+ event …

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